AGI - Stringent security measures have been put in place in major French cities to prevent a potential wave of violence during the July 14th national holiday following recent unrest triggered by the killing of young Nahel two weeks ago. The first night of celebrations remained peaceful, as reported by BfmTv, citing sources from the Interior Ministry. To ensure public safety and prevent further incidents, Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin has deployed 130,000 police officers and gendarmes, with 45,000 of them specially equipped to address urban violence each night, including 10,000 in the capital region alone.
Various departments have implemented significant traffic restrictions on public transportation, and some municipalities, particularly in the Ile de France region, have announced the cancellation of fireworks displays and other celebrations altogether. The sale of fireworks to private individuals has been banned nationwide as part of a safety plan to mitigate the risk of accidents and violence during the national holiday festivities.
Additionally, the country's extreme drought and the risk of fire outbreaks add to the concerns. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the guest of honor at this year's July 14th celebration and will join President Emmanuel Macron in the traditional military parade on the Champs Elysees in Paris.
Macron Faces Booing at July 14th Parade, Calls for Resignation Heard
During the customary parade on the Champes-Elisee, French President Emmanuel Macron faced jeers and booing from the crowd, as reported by French broadcaster Bfmtv. Amidst the applause, chants of "Macron demission" (Macron resign) could be heard as the president passed by. Macron was accompanied by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the guest of honor for this year's celebration. Thousands of uniformed men and women paraded before the dignitaries' stage, while fighter jets painted the sky with trails of blue, white, and red, the colors of the French flag.
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